In The Know
An Internal Newsletter from the
Sherman ISD Communications Department
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September 8, 2021
Employee Reporting Form for Positive COVID-19 Cases
If you test positive for COVID-19, please complete the SISD Employee Reporting Form. Once the form has been completed, the Human Resources Department will contact you with further instructions.
SISD Staff Flu Vaccination Clinics
On-site vaccination clinics for SISD employees begin later this month. Available vaccines include:
  • Flu
  • COVID-19
  • Pneumonia
  • Shingles
  • Tdap (Tetanus, Whooping Cough)
  • Hepatitis A/B

Staff members should bring their pharmacy insurance card. Clinics are open to all SISD staff members, regardless of location.

Friday, Sept. 24
7:30 to 9:30 am - SISD Admin Building

Tuesday, Sept. 28
7:30 to 8:30 am - Crutchfield Elementary
11 to 12:30 pm - Dillingham Elementary
2 to 4 pm - Sherman High School

Tuesday, Oct. 5
7:30 to 9 am - Sory Elementary
11 to 12:15 pm - Piner Middle School

Wednesday, Oct. 6
7:30 to 8:30 am - Perrin ECC
11:30 to 12:30 pm - Fairview Elementary
2 to 3 pm - Neblett Elementary
Staff Recognitions
Symantha Murray Named Texas Culinary Educator of the Year
Symantha Murray, who teaches at Jefferson Learning Center, was honored by the Texas Chefs Association last month at their annual conference.

She was recognized as the top culinary educator in Texas for her promotion of the culinary industry, community service, professional development, and contribution to the growth of the culinary program in Sherman ISD.

Congratulations, Symantha!
Sherman ISD Honored by United Way of Grayson County
Sherman ISD was honored during the 2021-2022 United Way of Grayson County Campaign Kick-Off breakfast this morning for the district's awareness campaign last year. Partners in Education Director Julie Mitchell Kerr and Katie Baker, who spearheaded the district's efforts, accepted the award.

Thank you both for your hard work and commitment to serving our community!
Sherman ISD Welcomes Police Chief Heath Wester
Sherman ISD would like to welcome Heath Wester, a law enforcement veteran with more than 28 years of experience, as the district's new Police Chief.

Chief Wester will be visiting SISD campuses to meet with faculty regarding school safety needs as he works to build the district's own police department.

Wester joins SISD from the Grayson County Sheriff's Office, where he served as a lieutenant and oversaw the Criminal Investigations Division and spearheaded the launch of the Internet Crimes Against Children center.
Adam Patterson Selected as Director of Technology Services
Adam Patterson has served Sherman ISD since 2008, first as a help desk technician, then as a systems analyst before becoming the technology services coordinator. He replaces Jon Hill, who transitioned to another position at Region 10 earlier this year. 

Patterson recognized his passion for technology as a graduate of the computer maintenance program at Sherman High School. He continued his dedication to SISD, spending summers working with the district’s IT department while pursuing his college degree. 
Arena Blake Named Director of Communications
Arena Blake, a public relations leader with more than 14 years of experience, has been named director of communications for Sherman ISD.

Blake previously served as a communications specialist in Northwest ISD, where she earned national recognition for the district’s Facebook page and worked closely with campus administrators to streamline communication across 19 campuses. She recently won three Awards of Excellence from the National School Public Relations Association — the top national award that recognizes outstanding education publications and digital media.
Important Information for SISD Employees
Tell Us Your News!
We would love the opportunity to feature honors and recognitions received by SISD employees. Please send accomplishments and news to Arena Blake at ablake@shermanisd.net.